Jamie, George, and Stephen are joined by Louise Clough to explore the reality of whether Social Workers can ever fulfil their obligations in relation to Social Work England's Standards - in the case Louise presents in relation to Social Work with Adults specifically in relation to hospital discharge.

In this episode Stephen explores the underpinning ideas of the strengths based approach and explores Saleebey's CPR model.

Stephen explores the skill of Critical Thinking in relation to Social Work Practice. It's important to get at the 'Why'.

The skilful or negotiator makes every effort to make the other person feel good about themselves by showing interest and concern and a desire to understand. As Stephen Covey says in his 7 habits of highly effective people ‘Seek first to understand then to be understood’.

"For me, there are three things at play in our work as social workers - power, communication and change. It strikes me that what we are involved in as social workers is influenced heavily through power – power that runs through everyone and every structure. Power is pervasive – it’s everywhere. It is certainly an ever-present facet of social work. The key skill that we have to shift power one way or another is communication." Stephen

Stephen brings you Rapoport's Rules - a powerful communication framework that fosters productive discussions and attempts to promote understanding among individuals with differing perspectives. He delves into these essential guidelines for effective dialogue, aiming to enhance constructive conversations and bridge gaps in understanding. Elevate the way you communicate and connect.

Stephen explores The Mental Capacity Act and notes it is In Your Hands - what does that mean?

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Stephen explores Aristotle's Modes of Persuasion in relation to Social Work practice. Ethos, Pathos, Logos.

Insights #14 In this Episode Stephen talks to Barbara Starn about mindfulness and her book The Mindful Social Worker: Living Your Best Social Work Life published by Critical Publishing

Available here https://www.criticalpublishing.com/the-mindful-social-worker

and here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mindful-Social-Worker-Living-social/dp/1915080355/

Jamie, George and Stephen are joined by Joe Hanley in the role of Marley as Social Work is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future! Festive fun and delights!